China National Center For Cardiovascular Diseases
Clinical trials sponsored by China National Center For Cardiovascular Diseases, explained in plain language.
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AI app aims to keep heart patients out of the hospital
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether an artificial intelligence (AI)-enhanced mobile app can help people with coronary heart disease manage their health after leaving the hospital. Over 1,100 participants were randomly assigned to use the app or receive usual care. The app provided reminder…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: China National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 18, 2026 11:52 UTC
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Ancient exercise may tame rising blood pressure
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether Baduanjin, a traditional Chinese mind-body exercise, can lower blood pressure in people with high-normal readings (130-139/85-89 mmHg). 216 adults aged 40 and older practiced Baduanjin, and researchers measured their blood pressure over 12 weeks and u…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: China National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 18, 2026 11:49 UTC
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Heart pump patients: aspirin may not be needed with blood thinner
Disease control CompletedThis study followed 220 advanced heart failure patients who received a CH-VAD heart pump to see if adding aspirin to the standard blood thinner warfarin changed their risk of serious bleeding or clotting events. The main goal was to compare survival without stroke, pump clots, ma…
Sponsor: China National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:07 UTC
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Smart system helps control blood pressure in thousands
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a comprehensive intelligent system (CHESS) to help manage high blood pressure in primary care clinics. Over 1,600 people took part, and the system aimed to lower blood pressure over 12 months. The approach used technology to support doctors and patients in bette…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: China National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 11, 2026 12:10 UTC
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AI spots heart disease from a distance in landmark study
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether artificial intelligence (AI) can predict coronary artery disease using information collected without touching the patient, like facial images or voice. Nearly 3000 people with suspected heart disease took part. The goal was to see how accurate the AI mod…
Sponsor: China National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 18, 2026 11:53 UTC
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Snap a selfie, save your heart? new algorithm puts your face to the test
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether a computer algorithm can spot signs of coronary artery disease just by looking at a person's face. Researchers took facial photos of 100 community adults at moderate risk for heart disease and checked how well the algorithm matched standard medical tests…
Sponsor: China National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 17, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Heart surgery showdown: which repair works best for kids with leaky valves?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study followed 427 children under 14 who had surgery for mitral regurgitation (a leaky heart valve) at eight hospitals in China. Researchers compared two surgical repair strategies to see which led to better outcomes, like survival and avoiding repeat surgery. The …
Sponsor: China National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 23, 2026 11:58 UTC
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Heart condition costs under the microscope in massive hospital study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study collected information from over 15,000 people hospitalized with cardiomyopathy, a heart muscle disease. Researchers looked at how much these hospital stays cost and what the money was spent on. The goal was to understand the real-world financial impact and help manage …
Sponsor: China National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 22, 2026 12:02 UTC
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New algorithm could spot dangerous heart blockages without extra procedures
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at data from 100 patients who had heart artery imaging and pressure measurements. Researchers developed a new computer algorithm to analyze ultrasound images of the arteries and estimate how much they block blood flow. The goal was to see if the algorithm could …
Sponsor: China National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 22, 2026 11:57 UTC
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AI reads medical records faster than doctors in heart disease study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested an AI system that uses optical character recognition and large language models to automatically pull key information (like lab results and diagnosis type) from patient records for coronary artery disease. Researchers compared the AI's speed and accuracy against …
Sponsor: China National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 18, 2026 11:50 UTC
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1,000 blood clot patients tracked for years to unlock better treatment
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 1,000 adults who had a blood clot in a vein (venous thromboembolism) for several years. Researchers wanted to find out which patients need long-term blood thinners and to learn more about how the disease works and what happens over time. Participants had yearl…
Sponsor: China National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:04 UTC
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Researchers fine-tune blood thinner dosing for chinese heart patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how the blood thinner edoxaban behaves in 150 Chinese adults with non-valvular atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat). The goal was to see if current dosing models fit Chinese patients and to create a more personalized dosing plan to improve effectivene…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: China National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 08, 2026 13:05 UTC